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Neville Knight
June 1, 2025
need details for connecting tv sound to soundbar without the tv picture being on
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Mr. Anderson
June 1, 2025
To connect the Samsung HW-B650D Soundbar to a TV without turning on the TV picture, use Bluetooth:
1. Put the Soundbar in “BT READY” mode. 2. On the TV’s Bluetooth device list, look for the Soundbar listed as “Needs Pairing” or “Paired.” 3. Select the Soundbar on the TV to establish the connection. 4. When connected, [TV Name] → “BT” appears on the Soundbar’s display. 5. You can now hear TV sound from the Soundbar without needing the TV picture.
If connection fails, delete any old Soundbar listings on the TV and repeat pairing steps.
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User guide HW-B650D Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com...
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• This apparatus shall always be connected to a Refer to the table below for an explanation of AC outlet with a protective grounding symbols which may be on your Samsung product. connection. • To disconnect the apparatus from the mains,...
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However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the 2. During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains to lightning could damage the unit.
Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar ------------------------- Using a wired connection to the TV Method 1. Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable ------------------------- Method 2.
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Connecting an External Device Method 1. Connecting using an HDMI Cable ------------------------- Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Connecting a USB Storage Device Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions ------------------------- Wallmount Components ------------------------- Placing the Soundbar on a TV stand...
• For more information about the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) • To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Centre or Samsung Customer Care.
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Top Panel Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. • Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off automatically in the following situations: –...
Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI HDMI TO TV USB (5V 0.5A) (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V HDMI TO TV (ARC) HDMI TO TV DC 24V (ARC) DC 24V...
03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AAA batteries X 2) Slide the back cover in the direction of the arrow until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) so that their orientation is correct. Slide the back cover back into position.
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WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of each speaker. TONE CH LEVEL • Press the button to select CENTER LEVEL and then adjust the volume between -6 to CONTROL +6 by using the Up/Down buttons. CH LEVEL •...
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Switch the Soundbar to Bluetooth pairing mode. Press the PAIR button and wait for the “BT PAIRING” screen to connect to a new Bluetooth device. Bluetooth PAIR Press the p button to pause a music file temporarily. When you press the button again, the music file will resume playing. Play / Pause Press the button to display information about the current function.
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SOUND MODE WOOFER SOUND WOOFER MODE TONE CH LEVEL CONTROL (BASS) LEVEL Push the button up or down to adjust the level of the woofer (bass) to -12 or between -6 to +6. To set the woofer (bass) volume level to 0 (Default), press the button. WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound.
2.0 ch 2.1 ch 2.1 ch WOOFER STANDARD 5.1 ch 3.1 ch 5.1 ch • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. ENG - 13...
• Set the TV speaker to External Speaker to use this function. • Manufacturers supporting this function: Samsung, VIZIO, LG, Sony, Sharp, PHILIPS, PANASONIC, TOSHIBA, Hisense, RCA 1. Turn Off the Soundbar. 2. Push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds.
04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components to connect the Subwoofer and Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: 1. Connect the power cord to the Subwoofer. 2. Connect the power output cable to the power adapter, and then to the Soundbar. 3.
Soundbar unit is connected properly. Connect again. See the Connection failed instructions for manual connection on page 17. Red and blue See the contact information Blinking Malfunction for the Samsung Service Centre in this manual. ENG - 16...
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• The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. ID SET SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec 3. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete). The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and...
Wireless Receiver Module (sold separately) is clear of any obstacles. Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9200S sold separately) to your Soundbar. For detailed information on connections, see the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit manual.
05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV Hear TV sound from your Soundbar through wired or wireless connections. • When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV’s remote control. – This feature is supported by 2017 and later Samsung Smart TVs that support Bluetooth when you connect the Soundbar to the TV using an optical cable.
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• If TV sound is inaudible, press the (Source) button on the remote control or on the top of the Soundbar to switch to “TV ARC” mode. The screen display “TV ARC”, and TV sound is played. • If “TV ARC” does not appear in the display window of the Soundbar main unit, confirm that the HDMI cable (not supplied) is connected to the correct port.
Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable Pre-connection Checklist • When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is received first. • When you use an optical cable and the terminals have covers, be sure to remove the covers. •...
06 USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV Connecting a TV via Bluetooth When a TV is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. • Only one TV can be connected at a time. The initial connection 1.
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Disconnecting the Soundbar from the TV Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control and switch to any mode but “BT”. • Disconnecting takes time because the TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the TV model.) •...
07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired connection or Bluetooth connection to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Method 1. Connecting using an HDMI Cable Top of the Soundbar HDMI HDMI Cable (not supplied) External Device HDMI...
Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar Set-top box / (not supplied) Game console DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) OPTICAL OUT Top of the Soundbar USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V D.IN 1.
08 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V USB (5V 0.5A) 1.
09 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE Connecting via Bluetooth When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. • The connection is limited to one TV or two Bluetooth devices at the same time. Bluetooth device The initial connection 1.
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What is the difference between BT READY and BT PAIRING? • BT READY : In this mode, you can search for previously connected TVs or connect a previously connected mobile device to the Soundbar. • BT PAIRING : In this mode, you can connect a new device to the Soundbar. (Press the PAIR button on the remote control or press and hold the (Source) button on the top of the Soundbar for...
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Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar You can disconnect a Bluetooth device from the Soundbar. For instructions, see the Bluetooth device’s user manual. • The Soundbar will be disconnected. • When the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the Soundbar will display “BT DISCONNECTED”...
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Soundbar at the same time. NOTES • Only 1 Samsung TV, or 2 Bluetooth devices can be connected to the Soundbar at one time. • The Soundbar will be disconnected from Bluetooth devices when it receives a connection request from a Samsung TV.
10 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. (M4 x L10) • Do not install in a place with high temperature or humidity. Holder-Screw Screw • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight.
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2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Centre Line 5. Push a screw (not supplied) through each with the centre of your TV (if you are Holder-Screw, and then screw each screw mounting the Soundbar below your TV), and firmly into a support screw hole. then fix the Wall Mount Guide to the wall using tape.
11 PLACING THE 7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the SOUNDBAR ON A Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. TV STAND Place the Soundbar on a TV stand. 8. Slide the Soundbar down as shown below so that the Bracket-Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder-Screws.
Soundbar. For more information about how 3. Save the downloaded software to a USB stick and select “Extract Here” to unzip the to download update files, go to the Samsung folder. website at www.samsung.comSupport. 4. Turn off the Soundbar and connect the USB...
If UPDATE is not displayed 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then reconnect the USB storage device that contains the update files to the Soundbar’s USB port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. NOTES •...
; For sound output of the TV, select searching again. (See page 22.) Soundbar. (Samsung TV: Home ( ) → ; Connect the TV and Soundbar with an Menu → Settings ( ) →...
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; HDMI-CEC may not be activated on the TV. ; Reconnect it after removing the Bluetooth Turn on the CEC on the TV menu. (Samsung speaker list on the device to connect. TV: Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( ) →...
HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
(a) an engineer is called out at your request models) and there is no defect with the product (i.e. – As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung has where the user manual has not been read). determined that this product or product...
Port deactivation method function. NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. • Hereby, Samsung declares that this radio equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU and the relevant UK statutory requirements. The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.samsung.com go to Support and enter the...
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Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product specific regulatory obligations e.g. REACH, WEEE, Batteries, visit: www.samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/sustainability/environment/our-commitment/data/...
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Do you have a question about the HW-B650D and is the answer not in the manual?
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need details for connecting tv sound to soundbar without the tv picture being on
To connect the Samsung HW-B650D Soundbar to a TV without turning on the TV picture, use Bluetooth:
1. Put the Soundbar in “BT READY” mode.
2. On the TV’s Bluetooth device list, look for the Soundbar listed as “Needs Pairing” or “Paired.”
3. Select the Soundbar on the TV to establish the connection.
4. When connected, [TV Name] → “BT” appears on the Soundbar’s display.
5. You can now hear TV sound from the Soundbar without needing the TV picture.
If connection fails, delete any old Soundbar listings on the TV and repeat pairing steps.
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